[wanabidii] Mugabe to become most powerful 91-year-old African; and also region's lion king (M&G Africa) Wednesday, January 07, 2015 View a web version of this message 07 Jan 2015 Mugabe to become most powerful 91-year-old African; and also region's lion king "Uncle Bob" is helped by geography. He rules in a neighbourhood that presently has few leaders who can outshine him in a significant way. 12 of Africa's top ambassadors - and it's not men and women in power suits or robes Many argue foreign ministries in the region are on the decline, staffed by politically correct but uninspired types. Others are filling the void. Six things happening for the first time in Africa in 2015 -- and there will be more Tobacco fuelled planes, higher than El-Nino temperatures, and "Yankee soccer" arrives on the continent. US charges two over failed coup against Gambia's strongman Jammeh A US-Gambian dual national and a US resident were arrested in the United States after they returned from Gambia. More from the Mail & Guardian Africa Africa 2030, the next 25 years: From video games, eco-buildings, robotics, and cycling African countries are set to upset the form book. Don't bet against them. The future of art: 3D printing could 'restore' Africa's stolen history Digitisation is allowing for virtual restitution of stolen artworks, and could even open the door to recreating slices of historic cultures in Africa. The story of digital health records in Africa; let's clap for Zambia, Ghana and Kenya Unreliable power and skills shortages have been blamed for the failure of many e-health projects. But it could be more: hospitals just don't need them Africa's ever-changing lifestyle...rise of snooty wine experts, tech snobs and the beautiful people Know what a dram is? Neither do we. Africans are more prosperous, living rich, smelling of expensive perfumes--but are also dying of it. The quiet craft of cheese making thrives in a most unlikely place; war-torn eastern DR Congo The history of cheesemaking goes hand in hand with the land disputes, and tells a remarkable story of resilience by the people. New Year resolutions by country - winning goals African nations should shoot for in 2015 (PART II) Think your resolution is tough? Just see what some of these countries are up against. New Year resolutions by country - winning goals African nations should shoot for in 2015 (PART I) Think your resolution is tough? Just see what some of these countries are up against. There is war over Genetically Modified foods, but they might just 'save' Africa Matooke hybrids produce 60% higher yield and are also resistant to black Sigatoka, a disease that affects the leaves and leads to losses of 30-80% Laptops in Africa's classrooms; saviour or a waste of good money? Having digital books could even help with an often overlooked problem facing students in Africa today - back pain. If you wish not to receive further updates. Please Unsubscribe Unsubscribe | Update Profile | View PDF | Pause Subscription | View Online Email Powered By This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com on 07-01-2015 Mail & Guardian is intended for opt in communication only. If you feel this email is unsolicited please report it to us. Share this :
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